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Renovations to CTrain Stations

December 18, 2017

We are renovating the interiors of some CTrain stations to modernize them and improve accessibility, lighting, safety, communication systems and more. All stations will remain open during construction and CTrain service will not be impacted.

*Construction timelines are approximate and may be revised as design and construction progresses.

Anderson Station

Anderson Station is undergoing major interior and exterior renovations until October 2018. The station will remain open with regular CTrain service during renovations, however the closure of the main entrance will impact how you access the platform. The platform will always remain accessible from the north entrance (track crossing), and the pedestrian bridge that connects the community of Southwood to Anderson Station will remain open.

Closure of the station head and plus-15 walkway:
April 2 to October 2018

The station head and indoor plus-15 walkway is closed to accommodate major construction work and changes to the station design.

The platform is accessible via the north entrance (track crossing).

The pedestrian bridge that connects to the community of Southwood will remain open.

The main entrance will be rebuilt as an exterior stairway, which will open when renovations are complete.

University Station

Renovations to the interior of University Station began in January 2018 and are expected to be complete by October 2018. The station will remain open during construction and CTrain service will not be affected.

Temporary elevator closure – August 3-9, 2018

The elevator at University Station will be closed for approximately one week while to complete the refurbished floor inside and around the elevator. The station is only accessible by stairs during this time.

If you can’t use stairs, use a bus connection to/from Brentwood or Lions Park station.

Going to University campus:
Get off the CTrain at Brentwood or Lions Park station instead of University. Transfer to a bus route that connects to campus:

From Brentwood, take Route 9 or 20 to campus

From Lions Park, take Route 19 to campus

Leaving from University campus:
Take a bus to Brentwood or Lions Park station for an accessible connection to the CTrain.

From campus to Brentwood, use Route 9 or 20

From campus to Lions Park, use Route 19

Upgrades to the station will include:

New building finishes including the ceiling, floor and walls

Upgraded electrical systems and lighting

Modified station layout to open the space and improve the flow of pedestrian traffic

New railings and doors

Upgraded elevator

SAIT / ACAD / Jubilee Station

Renovations to SAIT /ACAD / Jubilee Station began in July, 2017 and are expected to be complete by July, 2018. The platform will remain open and CTrains will serve this station as usual.

Upgrades to the station will include:

New flooring, stairs, and handrails

Improved lighting

Replacing older CCTV cameras to improve safety and security

Upgrades to electrical and communication systems

New signs

Refurbished elevator

Zoo and Barlow/Max Bell stations

Renovations to Zoo and Barlow/Max Bell stations began in September, 2017 and should be complete in July, 2018. The stations will remain open and CTrain service will not be affected.

Modified layout of security cameras to improve safety and security in the stations

Upgraded station signage and wayfinding signs

Improved mechanical and electrical systems to enhance station reliability

Introduction of new tactile surfaces and high visibility finishes to meet accessibility standards

Rundle and Marlborough Stations

Renovations to the interior of Rundle and Marlborough stations began in June 2016 and were completed in December 2017. Both stations remained open during construction and were renovated at the same time.

Upgrades to the stations included:

Modifications to the station layout to improve the flow of pedestrian traffic

Upgraded building finishes to provide a cleaner, more comfortable station, such as new floor tiles, benches and wall panels

Rundle and Marlborough – These are two of the busiest and oldest stations on our system. They opened in 1985 and were due for life cycle upgrades. Funding for these renovations was primarily obtained through grants from the Provincial government and City funding.

Anderson, University, SAIT/ACAD/Jubilee, 39 Avenue, Zoo and Barlow/Max Bell – In 2016 we received funding from the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund to complete CTrain station upgrades. These six stations were chosen for renovations based on their need for lifecycle upgrades.